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Welcome!
Welcome!
The School Counseling Department at Read-Pattillo Elementary School is dedicated to establishing a safe and inclusive environment by recognizing the needs and appreciating the value of all individuals. We will collaborate with students and their families, the Volusia School District community and other outside community agencies to encourage each student to reach his or her unique potential and assist him or her to become responsible citizens and life-long learners.
This website will provide you with information regarding the elementary school counseling program at Read-Pattillo Elementary School, upcoming activities and events, and counseling topics and resources.
I will continue adding new resources to this site and updating as often as possible. If there is a question that you have or something you would like a resource on to better assist in the growth and development of your child, please feel free to contact me. The best way to contact me at this time is through email.
I look forward to serving our community here at Read-Pattillo Elementary School!
Yours in Education,
Kaela M. Cromer, MA Counselor Education
Kaela M. Cromer, MA Counselor Education
Announcements
Announcements
Camp Erin® Daytona Youth Camp
Camp Erin® Daytona Youth Camp
FREE bereavement camp for children and teens
FREE bereavement camp for children and teens
Published 18 August 2026
🌟 Camp Erin® Daytona Youth Camp is Coming! 🌟
Is your child grieving the loss of someone special? 💙 Camp Erin® Daytona Youth Camp is a FREE bereavement camp for children and teens ages 6–17 who are grieving the death of a significant person in their lives.
📅 Monday, October 12, 2026
📍 Marine Discovery Center
💙 FREE for all registered campers!
🎉 What’s included?
👕 Camp Erin T-shirt
🍎 Meals & snacks
🎁 Goodie bag
🌱 A fun, meaningful day with other young people who have experienced similar losses
Campers will enjoy a day filled with connection, creativity, learning, and fun! Activities will include:
🚤 Taking a pontoon boat to an island for marine conservation activities
🎨 Creating and completing art projects
💬 Learning about grief and having opportunities to share feelings and experiences
🤝 Connecting with other children who understand what it’s like to experience loss
The day will be facilitated by BeginAgain counselors, trained volunteers, and Marine Discovery Center conservation staff, creating a safe and supportive environment for campers. 💙
📣 IMPORTANT: Monday, October 12 is a holiday, so there will be no school that day!
⚠️ Registration is required. Children must be registered and complete all necessary paperwork in order to attend.
There is NO COST to participate. We would love to have your child join us for a day of healing, friendship, fun, and hope. 🌈💙
Cromer's Counseling Corner Newsletter
Cromer's Counseling Corner Newsletter
Getting To Know You
Getting To Know You
Published 10 August 2026
In the event of a mental health emergency and/or crisis,
please call 911 or the National Suicide Hotline at 1-800-273-8255.
In the event of a mental health emergency and/or crisis,
please call 911 or the National Suicide Hotline at 1-800-273-8255.
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